SINOLINK SECURITIES·2025-10-26 05:09Core Insights - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the utility and environmental protection industry, highlighting a 4.5% year-on-year increase in electricity consumption in September, with resilience in industrial and commercial electricity demand [1][4]. Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.88% and the ChiNext Index increased by 8.05% during the week of October 20-24. The coal sector rose by 1.74%, utilities by 1.02%, environmental protection by 1.75%, and carbon neutrality by 2.44% [1][12]. Industry Outlook Thermal Power - The report suggests focusing on thermal power companies with assets in regions where electricity supply is tight and competition is favorable, such as Sheneng Co. and Huadian International [4]. - Coal prices are expected to rise due to supply constraints from abnormal weather and regulatory checks, with a notable increase post-National Day [31]. - Electricity consumption in September showed a year-on-year growth of 4.5%, with industrial sectors growing at 7.3%, 5.7%, and 6.3% respectively [31]. Hydropower - The report recommends focusing on leading hydropower operators like Yangtze Power, as the sector benefits from stable electricity prices and regional supply-demand dynamics [4][32]. - Significant increases in inflow to major hydropower stations were noted, with a 80%+ year-on-year growth in inflow to the Three Gorges and Xiluodu reservoirs [32]. Nuclear Power - The report highlights the potential of China National Nuclear Power, as the market for electricity pricing becomes more favorable [4][32]. - The nuclear power sector is expected to stabilize, with new units coming online and electricity prices remaining steady [32]. Renewable Energy - The report suggests focusing on leading new energy companies like Longyuan Power, as the wind and solar sectors are expected to see stable growth despite recent slowdowns in installation rates [4][33]. Industry Data Tracking Coal Prices - The report tracks coal prices, noting that the European ARA coal price was $91.60/ton, up 1.66%, while Newcastle coal was $103.60/ton, down 0.48% [35]. - Domestic coal prices also saw increases, with the price at Guanzhou Port for Indonesian coal at 769.61 RMB/ton, up 1.27% [35]. Natural Gas Prices - The report notes that the ICE UK natural gas price rose to 81.31 pence/therm, a 1.71% increase, while the Henry Hub price was $3.33/million BTU, up 10.63% [51]. Carbon Market - The national carbon market's carbon emission allowance price was reported at 54.70 RMB/ton, reflecting a 4.77% increase [58]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on thermal power companies with strong asset positioning, hydropower operators benefiting from stable pricing, and nuclear power companies with growth potential [4][65].